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I wear my FitBit because I like to use it as a pedometer and to keep track of my heart rate. Usually, it is in the 60s while resting and a bit higher with coffee in my system. Yesterday, however, it was 100+ while resting. I felt pretty much normal otherwise, save a stuffy nose and weird, honking sleep, like I was snoring and repeatedly waking myself up. I still mowed my lawn before it got too hot and my bpm shot up. I rested the remainder of the day.
This morning I'm fine and even with coffee in my system, my bpm are half what they were yesterday without it and all is normal. I'm perplexed!
Any ideas?
I've considered getting a fit bit or something like it. I read Fitbit is great for a couple years and then they can go on fritz. Hopefully that's not your case. Some days our bodies are just off. Maybe your body was fighting an infection. Since 2020 a few days a year I'll randomly get stuffy nose, headache and sore throat. I'll up the herbs and it's usually gone in a day. No telling what they are letting loose these days. Glad it wasn't serious and you are good.
I got my FitBit for a good price because it was an older version. It's been showing a consistent rate for me while I wear it. I too have had an itchy and burning throat, sneezing, and sinus pain and stuffiness on my right side. Grass pollen isn't exactly low, so it could be that and a mix of anxiety. I'll dose with meds later.
Thank you!!
If you didnt feel any different, maybe a glitch with the fitbit?
I've considered that, too. It may be to an extent.
There are several possible reasons, but dehydration, anxiety or fever are common reasons.
I’m always harping about dehydration because most people don’t realize that thirst is not an early sign of dehydration. Fatigue is the first sign. Many people, especially in warm climates/seasons are dehydrated and don’t know it. Elderly (and I have no idea how old you are so I’m not implying) lose their sense of thirst as they age and can easily become dehydrated because they absolutely don’t hydrate enough. That, combined with a fever (commonly UTIs in elderly) can be deadly. Anyway, that could be why it was elevated. Just keep an eye on it.
I drink nothing but distilled or spring water for the most part and at least 3qts a day. When I'm feeling dehydrated, I feel pressure in my temples. I did have some really weird dreams the night before. Maybe that contributed. Maybe my body was fighting something off.
My mom is twice vaxxed and is plagued nearly perpetual UTIs. :(
I thank you for your help!
Research D-mannose, (some brands combine with cranberry) it's a natural prevention or treatment for UTI. I keep it around just in case I feel UTI coming on. I probably wouldn't use as a treatment for an elderly person (not sure how old you or mom are).
Probiotics help also. I'm not an expert on this subject. There's so many different probiotic and prebiotic strains used for different health conditions. Not every brand is good! I also keep this brand at home. You can find better prices online this is expensive and sold out in the site.
Does Not Have D-Mannose. https://www.gardenoflife.com/dr-formulated-probiotics-urinary-tract-vegetarian-capsules
Also I learned from experience multiple UTI can be a sign of something more serious. I posted my experience 2/2023. Over a year ago I had UTI with ecoli. Then a few symptoms over the next year and knocked it out with D-Mannose. During my experience in February my UTI also had ecoli. When it started I figured it was maybe my fault. Dr said it happens with women because it's all close 🚽 there again they don't know everything.
My mom had uti and septic infection a year ago. Took them months to figure out it was an infection from the bladder sling. It had created a cyst on her pelvis bone. She was on antibiotics for months.
Praying for you and your mom.
Thank you so much! My mom has held on to an infection for months, not knowing she had it. She was septic a couple months ago. I don't think she takes care of herself as she should. :( I'll tell her about the probiotics again and what you mentioned above.
You’re welcome. Be careful with the distilled. You need the minerals it doesn’t provide. Maybe you were slightly feverish. I hope you feel better!
It may be that, too. I drink Body Armor as well. Probably should replace them!
If you’re drinking distilled water, are you taking minerals. The distilled water has no minerals left in it but I’m sure you know that. Just checking.
I drink Pedialyte a lot. I live in Arizona so we need to hydrate here. I had to do some work outside this week, and I drink to Pedialyte packs in my water within four hours. It’s so important to stay hydrated.
Thank you for reminding me!!